As Washington state prepares to head to the polls on Tuesday for its primary election, the state is still reeling from the devastating impact of wildfires that have ravaged the second-largest city, Spokane. The blazes have forced local officials to declare a state of emergency, with firefighters battling to contain the fires and protect residents. The primary election, which will determine the candidates for U.S. House and other offices, is expected to go ahead as scheduled, but the focus is likely to be on the ongoing emergency response efforts. With the state's residents already dealing with the trauma of the wildfires, the election may take a backseat to the urgent need for relief and recovery in affected areas.
Washington state will hold a primary Tuesday for U.S. House and other offices as firefighters battle wildfires that have devastated the state's second-largest city, Spokane, and forced local officials to operate under a state of emergency.
